Elegant Parrot
Neophema elegans
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.7 cm
Weight
45.5 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.7 cm | 8.5 in |
| Weight | 45.5 g | 1.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 18 days. Fledging: 30 days.
Clutch Size
4-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Neophema |
| Species | Neophema elegans |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | ببغاء أنيق |
| French | Perruche élégante |
| German | Schmucksittich |
| Japanese | ワカナインコ |
| Portuguese | Periquito-elegante |
| Russian | Украшенный травяной попугайчик |
Distribution
Elegant Parrot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Elegant Parrot endangered?
The Elegant Parrot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Elegant Parrot nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 18 days. Fledging: 30 days.
How big is the Elegant Parrot?
The Elegant Parrot has a wingspan of 21.7 cm, weight of 45.5 g.
What order and family does the Elegant Parrot belong to?
The Elegant Parrot (Neophema elegans) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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